March Newsletter
Here it is, the March Newsletter. Check it out for dates, updates, happening and more. March Newsletter
February Newsletter
Happy February! Check out what's going on at McKinley. February Newsletter
High school athletic officials needed – Register today!
The Oregon School Activities Association (OSAA) has an urgent need for sports officials throughout the state, including Salem-Keizer. Those 18 and older who enjoy being part of the game, supporting their community, and setting [...]
Tips for staying healthy this winter season
This winter, the whole Salem-Keizer community can work together to keep our schools, students and community safe and healthy. Remember to follow some simple precautions to prevent illness: Stay home when sick. Avoid contact [...]
Dec/Jan Newsletter
The December/January Newsletter is up! Check is out here: Dec/Jan News
Think before you post
When schools receive hoax threats, rumors of threats, and when there is a spread of false information, learning environments are disrupted and and there is understandably increased fear in our community. Safety is our [...]
November Newsletter
So much going on at school, in the district and in our community. Check it all out here in the November Newsletter.
October Newsletter
The McKinley October newsletter is live and full of information. Check it out here : October Newsletter
Back to School 2022 Newsletter
This Back to School newsletter covers all the "nuts & bolts" of returning to school. It includes calendar items, PTC events and more. Back to School 2022 Newsletter
Back to school 2022-23
School offices opening dates 2022-23 August 8: Elementary school offices open August 15: Middle school offices open Year round: High school offices open year round First day of school dates 2022-23 Grades 1-12 September 6: [...]
Salem-Keizer early education programs available for 2022-23 school year
Children in the Salem-Keizer community have an opportunity to enroll in early childhood education programs to support their foundational learning during the 2022-23 school year. Salem-Keizer Public Schools currently has openings available for enrollment [...]
2022-2023 School Supply Lists
McKinley School Supply lists by grade for 2022-23 school year. 2022-23 Kinder School Supply List 2022-23 First School Supply List 2022-23 Second School Supply List 2022-23 Third School Supply List 2022-23 Fourth School Supply List [...]
June Newsletter
Hello McKinley Families, June Newsletter is now published. Check it out here.
Kindergarten Orientation Powerpoint Slides
Here is a copy of the slides we reviewed at the Kindergarten Orientation. Kindergarten Orientation Presentation 2022-23[48].pptx
School Safety Systems in Salem-Keizer Public Schools
Video: School Safety and Emergency Procedures Learn about safety protocols and emergency procedures implemented in all Salem-Keizer schools. Safety and security staff and district leadership were joined by local and state law enforcement agency [...]
Kindergarten Orientation
Kindergarten Orientation Please join us at this special meeting for parents and kindergarten students. We will talk about what a typical day is like, tour the school and share some ways you can help prepare [...]
May Newsletter
The McKinley May Newsletter is live!
April Newsletter
April Newsletter is Live!
FREE Spring break meals – March 21-25, 2022
Our Spring Break Meal Program is open for grab-n-go meals for all students enrolled in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Join us from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. from March 21-25 at the locations listed below. [...]
Video: Different Choices, Always United
As we transition into optional face coverings, it's important to remember to be respectful of each other's choices. At Salem-Keizer Public Schools we may make different choices, be we are always united. [...]
Face coverings optional effective March 12
As you likely know, there have been significant changes in recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Oregon Health Authority, and Oregon Department of Education regarding face coverings in schools. We have carefully [...]
March Newsletter
March Newsletter is live. Check it out.
February Newsletter
Here is the link to the latest newsletter. There is an important note from Mrs. Nelson included as well as dates to add to your calendar and PTC news. February McKinley Newsletter
January 2022 Newsletter
Here is the newest eddition to the McKinley Newsletter. You will find a note from the counselor, PTC news, and school and district updates. McKinley Newsletter
December Newsletter
Hello McKinley Families, This most recent newsletter has information from our counselor, PTC, calendar items and more. December Newsletter
Construction is complete at McKinley
Dear Lions family, Bond funding provided some exciting improvements at McKinley Elementary School, which were completed over the summer! Thanks to voters around the district who approved the 2018 bond, more than $2 million was [...]
November Newsletter
Hello McKinley Families, This newsletter is overflowing with information from our counselor, PTC, calendar items and more. November Newsletter
October Newsletter
Hello McKinely Families, This newsletter is FILLED with information from our conselor, PTC, calendar items, health items, upcoming conferences and so much more!! Please check it out! October McKinley Newsletter
McKinley Open House – Sept 7
Open House Sept 7th 5:00-6:30 PM Based on your child's last name, please come at the time listed below. 5:00-5:25 A-H 5:30-5:55 I-P 6:00-6:25 Q-Z
Welcome Video from Mrs. Nelson
Hello McKinley Families, Here is a video from our Principal, Michelle Nelson about the start of this school year. Welcome Video Jennifer Denny | Office Manager 503-399-3167
2021-22 School Supply List
Here are the school supply lists by grade for McKinley Elementary's 2021-22 school year.
Free mobile vaccine clinics at many Salem-Keizer schools
In partnership with Salem Health, Salem-Keizer Public Schools will host several free vaccine clinics throughout the summer. Anyone 12 years and older is eligible for the vaccine and no appointment is required. More vaccination [...]
McKinley Newsletter- Summer Edition
All you need to know to have a successful start to school this year is included in this edition of the McKinley Newsletter. Please take a few minutes to check it out. Summer Edition-McKinley Newsletter
Summer Reading OBOB Books
McKinley readers! Ready to get back to the Battle of the Books you know and love? Ready to try it out for the first time? It’s time to get ready for 2021-2022 Battle of the [...]
Virtual Kindergarten Orientation
Hello New and Upcoming Kindergarten Families. Welcome to McKinley! In lieu of an in-person spring Kindergarten Orientation, here is a WELCOME VIDEO with some helpful information from Mrs. Michelle Nelson, our Principal. The orientation on [...]
Family engagement nights August 4 and 6, 2021
SKPS invites families to engage with district leaders on back-to-school planning for fall Chuukese | English | Marshallese | Russian | Spanish | Swahili Salem-Keizer Public Schools plans to provide full-time, in-person instruction for all students. [...]
It’s time to complete online registration & enrollment verification
It’s time to complete the registration/enrollment verification process for the 2021-22 school year! Completing this process early ensures our district can best prepare for staffing, program offerings and more. Complete registration and enrollment verification for [...]
Grab-N-Go Meals information summer 2021
Summer Grab-N-Go Meals 2021 Summer Grab-N-Go Meals available through Friday, Sept. 3 The following sites will be serving summer Grab-N-Go meals to the community Monday - Friday between 11 a.m. - 1 [...]
Registration closed for free summer programs | Las inscripciones para los programas gratuitos de verano han cerrado
The registration window for summer programs closed on Monday, May 31. A lottery system was used to select students, and families have been notified of program placements. El plazo de inscripción para [...]
June Newsletter
So much in this newsletter including school supply lists for all grades and next year's school calendar. Check it out. McKinley June Newsletter
EDGE Family Information Nights 2021-22 | ¿Está considerando EDGE para el año escolar 2021-22? Obtenga más información y asista al evento informativo familiar
Links to join events: May 5: Join elementary event | May 6: Join middle and high school event Event flyer and registration information Chuukese English [...]
May Newsletter
May's newsletter is so full of information. Dates to write on your calendar, a dress up day, pre-registration for next year and lots of things to do this summer. Check it all out. May Newsletter
McKinley bond construction update | Actualización de la construcción financiada por los fondos del bono de McKinley
Voters passed a bond measure in 2018 to fund improvements for Salem-Keizer Public Schools. The bond will support some level of improvement at every school in the district. McKinley Elementary School will receive more [...]
April Newsletter
The April Newsletter is live. Lots of information to check out. McKinley April Newsletter
McKinley bond project info | Información sobre bonos de McKinley
Bond-funded improvements are coming to McKinley this summer! ¡Las renovaciones financiadas por los fondos del bono iniciarán este verano!
Parent requests for exemption from statewide assessments 2020-21
Questions about statewide testing? Follow this link to the district page for the most recent information regarding state testing. State Testing Notice and opt out form
Elementary hybrid learning update and bus rider registration
Now that elementary school students are starting in-person hybrid learning it is time to make sure your elementary student has transportation to and from school. Transportation We need your help to use our limited [...]
Preparing for hybrid learning and bus rider registration | Viajar en el autobús escolar durante el aprendizaje híbrido
As students prepare to return to school buildings for hybrid learning, many may choose to use district-provided transportation. Transportation is available for elementary students attending their resident school who live more than one mile from [...]
March McKinley Newsletter
Hi Mountain lions, The March Newsletter is live. Check it out.
“At home” Learning Days in Hybrid Learning
Hello McKinley Families, Mrs. Nelson put together a short video on what your "at home" learning days will look like once Hybrid learning starts. This would be 2 days in school from 8:00 AM-1:00 PM [...]
Hybrid Learning Powerpoint Presentation
Hello McKinley Families, Mrs. Nelson has made a Powerpoint presentation to address what Hybrid learning will look like at McKinley. Please click this presentation here. Hybrid Powerpoint Spanish Powerpoint Thank you to those [...]
February McKinley Newsletter
The February McKinley Newsletter is Live. Check it out. February Newsletter
The NEW McKinley Newsletter
Hello McKinley Mountainlions, Here is the first edition of the new format McKinley Newsletter. Take a look. January McKinley Newsletter
Superintendent Perry’s update about athletics and CDL | Actualización del la Superintendente Perry Sobre Atletismo y CDL
Hello Salem-Keizer Families, First, some good news. We are planning to return to outdoor athletics in January. For students involved, coaches will be reaching out during the first week of January with details on [...]
Head Start and Preschool Promise information
Here is information about Head Start and Preschool Promise. We are currently recruiting children between 3 years old and 5 years old (before Sept. 10) into our programs! English [...]
McKinley bond construction update
December 2020 Voters passed a bond measure in 2018 to fund improvements across the entire district, including at McKinley Elementary School. Bond funding will support more than $2 million in renovations at McKinley to improve [...]
December Newsletter
Highlights of what's inside this month's McKinley Messages Newsletter: Calendar or events: Last day of classes before Winter Break is December 18 -page 1 Grab & Go Meals: Change- McKinley will not have meals available during [...]
Thank you Education Support Professionals!
It's Education Support Professionals Day! Administrators and teachers from across the district give a shoutout to the amazing Education Support Professionals in Salem-Keizer Public Schools. Thank you to all of our ESPs [...]
SKPS to reduce limited-in-person instruction and suspend athletic activities
SKPS to reduce limited-in-person instruction and suspend athletic activities On Friday, Nov. 13, Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced a statewide two-week freeze on activities, which will take effect on Wednesday, Nov. 18. After [...]
School Day Schedule Adjustments for the Week of November 9
Reminder that there will be no school on Wednesday, November 11, 2020, in recognition of the Veterans Day holiday. This will change the school day schedule for the week starting November 9. Instead of [...]
November McKinley Messages
Highlights of what's inside this month's McKinley Messages Newsletter: Calendar or events: Special Note for Monday Nov 9th-YES there IS school and Wednesday Nov 11th, NO there in NOT school- Holiday. Grab & Go Meals: [...]
Family Well-Being & Distance Learning Check-In
All of us continue to be impacted by COVID-19 and the many challenges associated with Comprehensive Distance Learning. Please help us better support you and other families by answering a few questions and sharing [...]
Student Rights Handbook 2020-21
Hello Families, Attached is the Student Rights Handbook 2020-21. This has been formerly referred to as the Parent Handbook in past years. Please review when you have a couple minutes.
October McKinley Messages
Hello Fall! Check out this month's newsletter to find...... a letter from our new Counselor, PTC events, Grab & Go daily menus, Battle of Books book list and more! This newletter information is for McKinley [...]
Library Check Out
You can checkout library books from McKinley by using our online catalog. You can find this here on the school website. The link is in two places: on the top menu bar under the School pulldown [...]
Ya se encuentra disponible en ParentVUE y StudentVUE la información del grupo de asistencia de los estudiantes
Ahora puede iniciar su sesión en ParentVUE y en StudentVUE para ver el grupo de asistencia asignado a su estudiante. Los estudiantes han sido asignados a un grupo de asistencia los martes y los [...]
Comprehensive Distance Learning Schedule
Here is a general scheudle by grade. Your child's teacher will have more details when they connect with you this week.
Kindergarten Orientation Recording
Hello Kindergarten Families, Here is the recording that Mrs. Nelson did for Kindergarten Orientation. Hopefully it answers most of your questions. See you soon!https://www.loom.com/share/5e48fe4cc8d24f929214ce2d6749b313
McKinley Office Hours
August 31-September 4: 9:00 AM-3:00 PM and starting September 8 and after: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM McKinley Office Hours
Kindergarten Orientation
Welcome to Kindergarten at McKinley! We would like to invite you to a virtual Kindergarten Orientation on September 1st at 5:30PM via Zoom. This event will be hosted by our principal, Michelle Nelson and will [...]
Pick up Dates and Times
https://youtu.be/UPwS9y-8P6M Time to Pick up your “Stuff & Things” Please come to one of the sessions listed below to pick up your items from last year and new workbooks and tools provided by the [...]
Most Frequently Asked Q & A
Hello McKinley Families, Here is a video with Mrs. Tanikawa our Counselor and me, Mrs. Nelson, your Principal. This video addresses the most frequently asked questions that were submitted by you last week. Thank you [...]
September McKinley Messages
Welcome back to McKinley! We miss seeing you and are excited to get started this year even if it is not in person school. This year we will start with Comprehensive Distance Learning CDL for [...]
Welcome Back to McKinley 2020-2021!
Hello McKinley Families, Below is a video including information about the upcoming school year. In the video I refer to a question & answer video I will do next week. To do that I need [...]
Live Zoom Events: Community Virtual Listening & Learning Sessions
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is excited to host our next series of community listening and learning sessions! These sessions will focus on explaining, in more detail, our plans for comprehensive distance learning this fall, what a typical [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Opens Applications for EDGE | EDGE: Educación digital guiada y mejorada
When students return to school this fall for the 2020-21 school year, they will have the opportunity to select a new robust learning option. On Monday, July 13, SKPS opened applications for a new, comprehensive [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Opens Applications for EDGE | EDGE: Educación digital guiada y mejorada
When students return to school this fall for the 2020-21 school year, they will have the opportunity to select a new robust learning option. On Monday, July 13, SKPS opened applications for a new, comprehensive [...]
Updates to 2020-21 academic calendar | Actualizaciones del calendario académico 2020-21
In February, the Salem and Keizer communities were hit with severe inclement weather, causing widespread power outages across the district. With students and staff accessing classes through comprehensive distance learning, ongoing power outages impacted [...]
How many kids at McKinley Elementary are vaccinated? | ¿Cuántos niños en McKinley Elementary están vacunados?
Here are the most recent reports on vaccination rates for students at McKinley Elementary School and in Marion County. When you click on the file, you can find the information in both English and Spanish. [...]
Community Needs and Well-Being Check-In | La encuesta está disponible en inglés y español
All of us continue to be impacted by the unprecedented coronavirus outbreak that has closed our schools since March 16. Please help us better support you and other families by answering a few questions [...]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Operations Update | Actualización de operaciones escolares por el Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Posted April 11, 2020 We now have a dedicated webpage for Coronavirus Updates. Please click on the button for all future updates. See the Latest Coronavirus Updates Posted April 8, 2020 Statement [...]
SKPS Releases Supplemental Learning Materials for All Levels
Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) has released the initial phase of supplemental learning materials available online. Resources for supplemental learning are not intended to replace classroom instruction or district-adopted curriculum. No content will be graded and [...]
Message from Salem-Keizer Public Schools – March 20, 2020
This is a bilingual message from Superintendent Christy Perry and Elementary Level Director Olga Cobb for our community. Message from Salem-Keizer Public Schools - March 20, 2020
Salem-Keizer Public Schools to Extend Emergency Closure Through April 28
In keeping with the latest direction from Governor Brown, the Oregon Health Authority, and the Oregon Department of Education (ODE), Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) will extend the emergency closure through April 28. That closure could [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Offering Grab and Go Meals at 36 Locations
In keeping with the latest direction from Governor Kate Brown, the Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Department of Education, Salem-Keizer Public Schools in-person classes will be canceled for the remainder of the 2019-20 school [...]
In-District Transfer Application Deadline Extended to Friday, April 17
Students who want to attend a school other than their assigned school next semester (2020-21 school year) must apply for an in-district transfer (IDT). This includes elementary, middle and high school students. The deadline to [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools to Close March 16-March 31
In keeping with the latest direction from Governor Brown, the Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Department of Education, Salem-Keizer Public Schools will close March 16 and students will return to school on April 1. [...]
March McKinley Messages
Hi McKinley Friends and Families, Attached is your March newsletter filled with lots of information on what's going on at McKinley. Check out the calendar on page 1, PTC information on page 3 and so [...]
When Am I Too Sick For School? | ¿Cuándo me considero muy enfermo para asistir a la escuela?
Salem-Keizer Public Schools is working with the Oregon Health Authority and the Oregon Department of Education to determine crisis response plans that align with forthcoming Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on Novel [...]
Spring Break Activity Program – Free Lunch, Free Activities | Almuerzo gratis actividades gratis
For ALL children & students ages 1-18 years old. EVERYONE is invited – regardless of family income! Para TODOS los niños y estudiantes de 1 a 18 años. ¡TODOS ESTÁN INVITADOS: independientemente de los ingresos [...]
February McKinley Messages
Hello McKinley Families, Attached is the February 2020 Newsletter. It is full of information. It includes a detailed calendar of all the events over the next few months. Please mark your calendar and join [...]
Oregon Department of Education Releases School and District Report Cards
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) produces yearly at-a-glance profiles for schools and districts. These reports, called for by the 1999 state legislature, provide educators with an opportunity to communicate directly with parents and [...]
Dec/Jan McKinley Messages 2019-20
Hello McKinley Families, Here is the December/January 2019-20 Newsletter. It is full of information. It includes a detailed calendar of all the events over the next few months. Please mark your calendar and join in! [...]
November McKinley Messages Newsletter
Please check out the November McKinley Messages attachment. It if full of activities and events for the upcoming months. Happy Fall!
October 2019 McKinley Messages
Please follow the link below to view the October Newsletter.
August McKinley Messages
Open the August McKinley Messages attachment below to see all the Back to School information. Enjoy the last month of summer!
School Supply List for 2019-20 School Year
Here is our School Supply List for the 2019-20 school year. School Supply List - Click Image Above
June McKinley Messages
Open the June McKinley Messages attachment below to see all of the upcoming events happening at McKinley this Spring and Summer. Happy June!
May McKinley Messages
Open the May McKinley Messages attachment below to see all of the upcoming events happening at McKinley. Happy May!
McKinley Auction Donation Form
Greetings McKinley and Salem area community! On April 19th 2019, McKinley Parent Teacher Community will be hosting a Bingo Night and Silent Auction to raise funds for McKinley Elementary School’s educational programs and field trips. [...]
McKinley Messages April
Open the April McKinley Messages attachment below to see all of the upcoming events happening at McKinley. Happy April!
[UPDATED] SKPS School Year Extended By One Day Due to Inclement Weather Make-Up
***Story has been updated to reflect the removal of Waldo Middle School from the exceptions list, which NOW ONLY includes Judson, North Salem and McNary. Because of those inclement weather-related school closures, all Salem-Keizer Public [...]
March McKinley Messages
Open the March McKinley Messages attachment below to see all of the upcoming events happening at McKinley. Happy March!
Salem-Keizer Board of Directors Votes to Approve Boundary Adjustments
The Salem-Keizer Board of Directors voted 5-2 last night to approve the boundary adjustment proposal brought forward by the Boundary Review Task Force. Directors Blasi and Lippold opposed. The boundary adjustments will go into effect [...]
Marion Co. Health & Human Services: No Confirmed Cases of Measles in Marion County | Servicios Humanos y de Salud del Condado de Marion: No se han presentado casos confirmados de sarampión en el Condado de Marion
Marion County Health & Human Services has asked us to share this information with you regarding a measles outbreak in Clark County, Washington. "Due to the current measles outbreak investigation in Clark County, Washington, we've received [...]
February 2019 McKinley Messages Newsletter
Hi McKinley Families, The February calendar is so full of great events. Take a few minutes to open the attachment and read the February McKinley Messages Newsletter. Jennifer Denny, Office Manager
Donations for Auction Needed
Greetings McKinley and Salem area community! On April 19th 2019, McKinley Parent Teacher Community will be hosting a Bingo Night and Silent Auction to raise funds for McKinley Elementary School’s educational programs and field trips. [...]
About the Boundary Adjustment Process
The district has created resources to help explain the boundary adjustment process. If adopted by the Salem-Keizer School Board on February 12, the proposed boundary adjustments would go into effect in Fall 2019. Parents and [...]
Winter Activity Program | PROGRAMA DE ACTIVIDADES DE INVIERNO
Food, Festivities & Fun Join us during Winter Break for FREE lunch, FREE books,FREE interactive crafts, board games, reading & much more! DECEMBER 26, 27, 28 JANUARY 2, 3, 4 Free lunch 12 pm–1 pm [...]
Spotlight on Success: 4th-Grade Finalists in Gov. Brown’s Essay Contest
Governor Kate Brown asked our Oregon's fourth-graders a question, “What do you love about the Oregon outdoors?” More than 1,200 students from across the state submitted essays on the topic, hoping to win an all-expenses-paid [...]
McKinley Elementary Choir at the Capitol 2018
The McKinley Elementary School Choir sang carols at the Oregon State Capitol on November 30, 2018. Here is one of the songs the kids performed.
December McKinley Messages
Hi McKinley Families, So much happening in the next few weeks, including Winter programs. Please open the attachment, December McKinley Messages, to see a full list and details. Jennifer Denny, Office Manager
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Seeks Community Input on School Boundary Adjustments at Dec. 4 Listening Sessions
Links to surveys on Task Force Proposal #4 can be found on the boundary adjustments page. Parents, students, school neighbors and community members are invited to attend a Boundary Review Task Force Listening Session on [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools to Host Native American Awareness Gathering
The free event features storytelling, dancing, dinner and more! There are nearly 700 students in Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) who identify as Native American or Alaska Natives from 65 tribes, and on Friday, Nov. 30, [...]
November McKinley Messages
Hi McKinley Families, Please take a few minutes to check out all the great things happening at McKinley in the upcoming weeks in the attached newsletter.
Fun Run Schedule for Friday, October 5th
Run Schedule for Fun Run Friday, October 5, 2018 Plan A, Outdoors on track: Time Teacher, Room Teacher, Room 9:05 Etchevers 1st Grade, Room 8 Leduc Gibson 1st Grade, Room 6 9:30 Philipek Kinder, Room [...]
October McKinley Messages
Please click link below to view the latest newsletter.
Every Day 24J
Missing a day or two of school may not seem like a big deal, but that time matters. If a student misses just two days of school a month, by the end of the [...]
Diariamente, todos los días en el Distrito 24J
El perder un día o dos de clases podría parecer irrelevante, pero ese tiempo es muy importante. Si un estudiante pierde solo dos días de clases al mes, al final del año escolar, esto representa [...]
McKinley Picture Day is September 21st
Picture day is quickly approaching. Pre-orders for picture packages may now be placed online at https://ios.mydorian.com using your school's access key provided here MEETD8P3. Online pre-orders using your school's access key are available up to 4 [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Launches “Every Day 24J!” to Address Chronic Absenteeism
Buses were rolling this morning carrying almost half of Salem-Keizer Public Schools’ (SKPS) 42,000 students, but with the back-to-school excitement was another message: “Every Day 24J!” Nearly one in three students in SKPS is chronically [...]
McKinley Messages Aug 2018
McKinley's monthly newsletter. Please click link to view.
Important Back to School Information for Grade K-5
Are you wondering "Who is my teacher going to be this year?" The last week of August each enrolled student will receive a letter from Mrs. Nelson. This letter will have important information regarding the [...]
2018-19 School Supply Lists
2018-2019 McKinley School Supply Requested List **Grades K-4 share supplies in our rooms: please send these items unlabeled. Kindergarten (shared supplies) 1 folder, 2 pocket (preferably plastic) 2 packages [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools to Offer Free Summer Meals
Meals are available for all children Each year, Salem-Keizer Public Schools participates in the Summer Meals Program, which provides free meals to all children ages 1-18, regardless of family income. Free summer meals will be [...]
City of Salem Drinking Water Advisory Update
On Wednesday, June 6, the City of Salem issued a new advisory for vulnerable populations to not consume tap water due to algae blooms in the Detroit Reservoir. This advisory is expected to continue at [...]
Salem-Keizer Budget Committee Approves $1.1 Billion 2018-19 Budget
The school district’s budget includes bond funds and new revenue estimates from Oregon Department of Education The Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) Budget Committee tonight moved to recommend a budget totaling $1,147,797,142. The budget includes bond [...]
Now Open – Registration For Jumpstart Kindergarten In Summer Of 2018
Students entering kindergarten in many of our Title IA-funded elementary schools have the opportunity to attend a free kindergarten preparation program this summer called Jumpstart Kinder this summer. Jumpstart Kinder is August 6–10, 2018, from approximately [...]
McKinley Messages – Last One of 2017-18
Please click the attachment below to view the June Newsletter.
Salem-Keizer Voters Approve $619.7 Million School Bond
Bond dollars will relieve overcrowding and add science, vocational spaces and more Voters in Salem and Keizer have approved a $619.7 million bond measure referred to the May 15 ballot by the Salem-Keizer Public Schools [...]
Cummings Elementary SMART Readers Are Our Volunteers of the Month for April 2018
Every Thursday morning from October through May, a group of eight to ten dedicated volunteers gather at Cummings Elementary School in Keizer to read one-on-one with pre-kindergarten through third-grade students who need a little extra [...]
2018 Proposed Bond On May 15 Ballot | Artículo sobre la propuesta de ley que aparecerá en la boleta electoral del 15 de mayo de 2018
The School Board has finished its work on a bond package and has referred it to the May 15 ballot for the community to consider. Before finalizing the bond, the Board heard feedback through [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools to Hold Community Meetings About the Proposed $619.7 Million Bond
Salem-Keizer Public Schools will share information about the proposed $619.7 million bond on the May 15 ballot in a series of upcoming community meetings. The proposed bond would address overcrowding, expand career-technical (vocational) education opportunities, [...]
Lee Elementary Students Honored For Science Projects
Two teams of students at Lee Elementary School won national recognition this month for science projects they've been working on since September. Both groups got Honorable Mentions in Toshiba's ExploraVision science competition. They were the only [...]
Preschool Registration Begins in April
If your child will be three- or four-years-old on or before September 10, 2018, April is the time to register for preschool! Early Enrollment for Current Families April 4, 2018, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; [...]
Chávez Elementary School Awarded the Carmen West Award for Outstanding Progress for English Learner Students in a Dual Language Setting
Salem-Keizer Pubic Schools’ Chávez Elementary School has been recognized by the Oregon Department of Education to receive the Carmen West award for outstanding progress for English learner students in a dual language setting. Chavéz Elementary [...]
Salem-Keizer Public Schools Joins SafeOregon Confidential Tip Line / Las Escuelas Públicas de Salem-Keizer participarán en el programa confidencial SafeOregon
On March 1, 2018, Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) officially joined SafeOregon, a confidential tip line that gives our kids, parents, schools and communities a confidential way to report safety threats or potential acts of violence. Salem-Keizer [...]
Kindergarten Registration Now Open For 2018-19
Kindergarten registration for the 2018-2019 school year opens on Tuesday, February 20! Often thought of as a transition year between home and school, kindergarten prepares your child for a successful academic career and is now [...]
All Salem-Keizer Public Schools are Closed Thursday, Feb. 22
Due to inclement weather, all Salem-Keizer Public Schools will be closed and all afternoon and evening activities are cancelled. All district offices will remain open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. This snow day may [...]
Special Message from Superintendent Perry About School Safety / Estimada comunidad de Salem-Keizer
Dear Salem-Keizer Community, With the most recent tragedy in Florida, school safety is on everyone’s mind. It is, without question, our biggest priority. I want to take a moment to share some of the ways [...]
In-District Transfer (IDT) Applications Must Be Turned In March 1 – 31, 2018
Students who want to attend a school other than their assigned school next fall (2018-2019 school year) must apply for an in-district transfer (IDT) between March 1 and March 31, 2018. This includes elementary, middle [...]
Proposed Elementary Math Adoption Curriculum Available For Review Until March 7, 2018
At its February 13 business meeting, the Salem-Keizer Board of Education heard the first reading of the recommended elementary math adoption curriculum, Ready Math, Publisher Curriculum Associates. The instruction materials are available for community/parent review [...]
Crossing Guards Needed for 2018-19 School Year
McKinley School is looking for permanent crossing guards for three 30-minute shifts, three in the morning, and one after school. These are paid school district positions. Morning hours are 8:30-9:00 am; afternoon shift is 3:15-3:45 [...]